Subgingival Calculus Removal: The primary use of a Gracey curette is to remove hardened plaque and calculus that forms below the gumline (subgingival calculus).
Root Surface Smoothing: After calculus removal, it is also used to smooth the surface of the tooth roots, which is crucial for treating gum disease.
Deep Pocket Cleaning: Its design allows dental professionals to effectively clean deep gum pockets, where bacteria accumulate and damage gum tissue.
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A Gracey curette is a dental hand instrument used for non-surgical periodontal therapy, specifically for scaling (removing plaque and calculus) and root planing (smoothing root surfaces). Its specialized design, with a curved blade and offset face, allows for effective removal of calculus from deep gum pockets with minimal trauma to the surrounding soft tissue. Each Gracey curette is numbered and designed for specific tooth surfaces, making them ideal for targeted, area-specific scaling.